Botanical Name: Tagetes minuta (commonly known as Marigold or Mexican Marigold)
Common Name: Tagetes Essential Oil, Marigold Essential Oil
Plant Part Used: Flowers, leaves, and stems
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Purity: 100% Pure, Natural, and Undiluted
Color: Yellow to amber
Aroma: Strong, herbaceous, floral, and earthy with a slightly spicy, citrus-like undertone
Composition:
Tagetone (40-50%) – The key compound responsible for Tagetes essential oil’s distinct aroma, with antimicrobial and antifungal properties.
Ocimene (5-15%) – A sweet, herbaceous compound with antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties.
Limonene (3-7%) – A citrus-like compound known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mood-boosting properties.
Terpinolene (5-10%) – Adds a fresh, floral and herbal note and provides mild antifungal, antibacterial, and antioxidant effects.
Caryophyllene (2-5%) – A spicy, woody compound with anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and antioxidant benefits.
Therapeutic Properties:
- Antimicrobial and Antibacterial: Tagetes oil has strong antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, which help fight infections and cleanse the skin.
- Antifungal: The oil is effective in treating fungal infections, making it useful for conditions like athlete’s foot, ringworm, and dandruff.
- Anti-inflammatory: Tagetes oil helps reduce inflammation and can be beneficial in relieving pain and swelling associated with conditions like arthritis, sore muscles, and injuries.
- Insect Repellent: Due to its strong aroma, Tagetes essential oil is often used as a natural insect repellent, especially for mosquitoes and flies.
- Skin Care: It helps in promoting wound healing, improving skin health, and reducing acne, eczema, and other skin irritations due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Mood Enhancer: The oil’s uplifting properties help reduce stress, anxiety, and promote emotional balance.